Spanish Peanuts In Shell for Oil Pressing from Mexico
Small-kernel Spanish variety peanuts, unshelled and uncooked, imported specifically for mechanical oil extraction under chapter quota rules. HTS 1202.41.40.20 covers these raw in-shell peanuts designated as oil stock.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'oil stock only' with buyer contracts proving crushing intent
• Test for erucic acid or glucosinolate levels if blended with other oilseeds to avoid misclassification
• Monitor annual quota utilization via USDA reports to time imports effectively